Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN - PRN

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, the Wound Care Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound‑related and other basic nursing care to the center’s patients in accordance with all WCC and hospital policies and procedures, care and safety protocols, and Clinical Services Practice Guidelines.

• Provide wound‑related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved hospital protocols, Policies & Procedures.
• Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training; may assist with intake and discharge.
• Provide assistance with case management under the direction of RN, in accordance with state regulations.
• Gather patient information.
• Gather necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
• Report quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Communicate as needed with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions to ensure quality of care.
• Perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties, as needed, after completing required Healogics hyperbaric training.
• May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training.
• Function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Perform other duties as delegated.

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program or state approved educational program.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice – to maintain throughout the duration of employment.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN preferred.
• Wound care experience preferred; if not required, training will be provided.

• Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Demonstrated organization, prioritization, and time‑management skills.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service skills and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work with others and in a team environment.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm in all situations.
• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.

• Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more).
• Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more).
• Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more.
• Moving about.
• Reading.
• Communicating.
• Writing.
• Color perception.
• Close, distance and peripheral vision.
• Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds.
• Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance.
• Pushing/pulling.
• Bending/stooping.
• Reaching/grasping/touching with hands.

• Normal office environment.
• Primarily indoors environment.
• Patient care environment.
• Exposure to hazards (blood‑borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc).
• Exposure to mechanical equipment.
• Proximity to moving objects.

Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $24.60 and $32.40 per hour. This range is an estimate based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.